A cheap daily supplement can boost brain function in older adults

Scientists have discovered a brain-boosting supplement that could help aging brains function better. The supplement is the subject is a new study published in Nature Communications, and it relies on using plant fiber prebiotics that are available over the counter. These non-digestible consumables typically help stimulate gut microbes, but researchers say they might also be … Read more

We may soon be able to get sleep’s benefits without actually sleeping

The restorative effects of sleep on the brain are well known, but what happens at the neural level remains a fascinating mystery. A groundbreaking study led by researchers from Rice University, Houston Methodist, and Weill Cornell Medical College sheds light on how non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep impacts cognitive and behavioral performance, and we may … Read more

Fascinating study says some of our memories aren’t held in our brains

When we think about memory, the brain naturally takes center stage. From recalling a childhood experience to learning a new skill, our minds seem to carry the weight of storing and retrieving information. But what if memory isn’t confined to the brain? What if our bodies have memories, too? That’s the basic idea behind new … Read more